Assoc. General Counsel: In-House/Law Firm Experience (3792)

NY HELP No







Agency Attorney General, Office of the







Title Assoc. General Counsel: In-House/Law Firm Experience (3792)







Occupational Category Legal







Salary Grade NS







Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)







Salary Range From $83594 to $178463 Annually







Employment Type Full-Time







Appointment Type Permanent







Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class







Travel Percentage 0%















Workweek Mon-Fri



Hours Per Week 37.5





Workday





From 8:30 AM







To 5 PM







Flextime allowed? No







Mandatory overtime? No







Compressed workweek allowed? Yes







Telecommuting allowed? Yes















County New York







Street Address 28 Liberty St











City New York







State NY







Zip Code 10005















Duties Description Executive Division Office of the General Counsel – New York CityAssociate General CounselReference No. OGC_NYC_AGC_3792Application Deadline is July 18, 2025Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 + $4,000 in location payTo be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneysThe Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an attorney with at least two years of experience as in-house counsel and/or as a law firm associate for an Associate General Counsel position in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). Experience researching complex legal issues and writing memoranda on such issues in a fast-paced environment and handling a wide range of legal matters required. The Executive Division of OAG, in which OGC is housed, maintains the functions of OAG and includes the Senior Leadership Team; the Chief Deputy Attorneys General; the Solicitor General; and the directors of Communications, Intergovernmental Affairs, Legislative Affairs, and Research and Analytics. The Executive Division’s responsibilities include policy development, public relations, community outreach, research and analytics, drafting proposed legislation, monitoring legislation that affects OAG, and the day-to-day administration of the office. The selected candidate will work for OGC. As the in-house counsel to OAG, OGC works collaboratively across all divisions, serving a variety of clients on a multitude of legal issues, as outlined below. This position will report directly to the General Counsel and/or the Deputy General Counsel and is located in the New York City office. Principal Duties: • Researching complex legal issues and writing memoranda on such issues.• Reviewing and/or drafting contracts, procurement documents, and other written OAG materials.• Assisting OGC attorneys in crafting, reviewing, and/or revising OAG policies and in ensuring compliance of such policies and best practices.• Assisting in sensitive employment and labor law matters.• Collaborating with OGC attorneys on internal administrative changes, affirmative litigation, and legislative and policy initiatives.• Remaining current on the legal landscape related to Artificial Intelligence and advising OCG attorneys accordingly.• Researching and interpreting statutes, rules, and regulations, as needed, and assisting in reviewing and advising on pending legislation. • Additional duties as required or requested by the General Counsel.







Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:• Applicants must have a minimum of two years of relevant experience.• First-rate analytical, researching, and writing skills are a must.• Strong organizational skills and experience managing multiple assignments and projects simultaneously are a must. • Highly collaborative and client-focused, with demonstrated experience serving a variety of clients and assisting them in achieving their objectives, are a must.• Experience working in a fast-paced and high-impact environment.• Knowledge of contract law; labor and employment law; and government ethics and compliance is a plus.• Legislative experience is also a plus.Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York State and must be admitted to practice law in New York State. In addition, the Public Officers Law requires that OAG attorneys be citizens of the United States. A two-year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.







Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $83,594 - $178,463, plus $4,000 in location pay. To learn more about compensation, please visit the following page: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant\_attorney\_general\_compensation.pdfAs an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.







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Name Legal Recruitment Unit







Telephone 2124168080







Fax







Email Address [email protected]





Address





Street NYS Office of the Attorney General



Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St







City New York







State NY







Zip Code 10005















Notes on Applying HOW TO APPLY:Applications must be submitted online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:• Cover Letter: You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit. Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.• Resume• Legal Writing Sample• Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) professional references; supervisory references are preferred. For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship. Include contact information and email addresses for each reference. Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.